Program Development Manager Jobs in Colorado
Program Development Manager jobs in Colorado are concentrated in healthcare systems, nonprofit services, and mission-driven tech organizations, with demand steady across both senior leadership and mid-level program oversight roles. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder account for the bulk of openings, where employers such as SCL Health, Lockheed Martin, and the University of Colorado system regularly seek experienced program development managers to lead cross-functional initiatives. The most in-demand specialties in Colorado include workforce development, behavioral health programming, and federal contract program management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Ground Systems & Services (GSS) Strategic Business Unit is responsible for driving business growth in the ground systems development, operations & sustainment, and technical services markets. This business unit focuses on designing, building and integrating ground systems in support of air and space-based assets, providing operational support for mission platforms and instruments and offering scientific and engineering expertise to our customers.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the development and execution of a complex ground development program.
- Manage all aspects of program delivery, including technical performance, schedule, and cost.
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders across the organization.
- Provide solid leadership and direction to cross-functional teams.
- Apply project management best practices to ensure successful program outcomes.
- Oversee large-scale program operations from planning through execution.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.
Short Term Incentive: Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS/BA in related field plus 12 years or more related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- A current, active Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex programs with multiple stakeholders
- Solid knowledge of program management principles, practices, and tools, including Agile methodologies.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Master's degree in Engineering Management or equivalent.Experience with ground development programs, including system design, integration, and testing.
- Knowledge of military operations and sustainment.
- Familiarity with BAE Systems' Space & Mission Systems product lines and technologies.
- Subcontract.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $150370 - $255630
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.
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Program Development Manager Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
- Denver Mattress12

- SciTec2

- BAE Systems USA2

- Rippling1

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Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Insurance
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program development manager jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, social work, or a related field required
- Five or more years of program development or program management experience in a relevant sector
- Demonstrated experience building, launching, and evaluating programs from the ground up
- Strong grant writing, budget oversight, or contract management experience preferred
- Proficiency with project management tools and data-driven reporting methods
- Excellent stakeholder communication skills across cross-functional or community-based teams
Program Development Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a program development manager in Colorado?
Most program development manager roles in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in a field aligned with the hiring sector, such as public administration, business, social work, or healthcare management, and several years of progressively responsible program or project experience. Colorado does not require a state-issued license specific to this role. Candidates who hold a Project Management Professional credential or a nonprofit-sector certification gain a competitive edge in Colorado's active public-benefit and mission-driven hiring markets.
Which companies hire program development managers in Colorado?
Colorado program development manager roles are posted by Denver Mattress, SciTec, and BAE Systems USA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of large healthcare networks, federal contractors, and well-funded nonprofits means demand for program development managers is spread across multiple industries rather than concentrated in a single sector.
Which Colorado cities have the most program development manager jobs?
Boulder, Denver, and Broomfield have the most program development manager openings in Colorado. Denver's density of health systems, federal agency offices, and established nonprofits drives the largest share of postings, while Colorado Springs benefits from significant defense and federal contractor presence, and Boulder's research institutions and social-impact organizations generate consistent demand for program leadership roles.
Are there remote program development manager jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since much of the work centers on planning, stakeholder coordination, and reporting rather than on-site delivery. About 40% of program development manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Strategic planning, grant management, and program evaluation functions are the most commonly performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a program development manager in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a program coordinator or program associate role with a Colorado nonprofit, health system, or state agency, then building toward program development responsibilities. Large Colorado employers such as Centura Health, Mental Health Colorado, and state-funded workforce agencies regularly hire coordinators without extensive management backgrounds. Earning a Project Management Professional credential or completing a graduate certificate in public administration through a Colorado university strengthens candidacy considerably for people making the transition.
Where can I find and apply to program development manager jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to program development manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and sector preference, then apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and career goals.
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